Minnesota Council for the Gifted & Talented

Connections. Advocacy. Resources. Equity. Support.

Community Hub

MCGT strives to create an inclusive community of those interested in supporting gifted & talented learners.

“The support and information I received through MCGT was essential in helping me to navigate the waters of raising my highly gifted children. Connecting with other parents, attending the conferences and seminars gave me the tools I needed to parent my children while also maximizing their educational experiences in a K-12 system that wasn’t always a good fit. Thank you MCGT!”

-Parent of Gifted Children

Chapters

MCGT chapters are formal group of MCGT members, organized by district, region, or other common goals. A chapter has officers, collecting a portion of each member’s MCGT membership fee, and using those funds as they wish. 

Community Groups

MCGT Community Groups are informal gatherings of interested parents. No bylaws, officers, or financials. Just connections, sharing, and support. 

MCGT Events

MCGT hosts a variety of speaker events, discussion groups, children and family events, and an annual Gifted & Talented Expo. Information can be found on our events calendar or follow us on social media.

MCGT’s Facebook Posts

🏞️ Great news, MCGT families! STAR Academy families have planned a series of casual summer park meetups across the Twin Cities metro area — and MCGT families are warmly invited to join!All hangouts start at 1:00 PM and typically last a couple of hours. Bring your own refreshments and activities and just show up — look for a group of friendly faces!🗓️ Summer Park Meetup Dates:May 22 • Andrews Park, ChamplinJune 5 • French Park, PlymouthJune 19 • Antlers Park, LakevilleJuly 17 • Audubon Park, MinneapolisJuly 31 • Central Park, RosevilleAugust 14 • Staring Park, Eden PrairieAugust 21 • Central Park, Maple GroveSeptember 11 • Hyland Park, BloomingtonQuestions? Email [email protected]📅 groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES/calendar✉️ [email protected]#MCGT #MinnesotaGifted #mcgtchoices #giftedkids #homeschool #summerfun #ParkMeetUp See MoreSee Less
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📅 You’re invited! Our CHOICES Annual Meeting and Board Elections is coming up.Monday, May 18, 2026 • 6:00–8:00 PMArete Academy, MinnetonkaSpring is here, summer is coming fast, and we’d love to see you there. Here’s how the evening flows:✨ 6:00–7:00 Board meeting, welcome, and CHOICES board elections✨ 7:00–7:45 Discussion (see topic below)✨ 7:45–8:00 Social timeDISCUSSION TOPICNavigating the Shift: Supporting Gifted Kids from Structure to SummerThe shift from school year to summer is uniquely tricky for gifted families. Our kids are often depleted by the end of the year, while summer strips away the routines and communities they thrive on. Come share what your family is navigating and hear how others are approaching the season ahead.The CHOICES curriculum library will be open for browsing throughout the evening. All MCGT and CHOICES families are welcome — voting in the elections is for current CHOICES members. Light refreshments served.RSVP: Email [email protected] so we can plan for refreshments and seating.Calendar: groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES/calendarJoin: groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES#MCGT #MCGTChoices #GiftedKids #MinnesotaGifted See MoreSee Less
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MDE Gifted Education Office Hours, 3:30-4:30pm the second Wednesday of the month during the school year!Find Zoom info here: education.mn.gov/MDE/fam/gifted/#mngiftededucation, #MDE, #MCGT, #megt, #MNGifted, #giftedschools, #giftededucators See MoreSee Less
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Check out all of MCGT's upcoming events on our website calendar: mcgt.net/calen#MCGT##MNGiftedif#MCGT#M#MCGTcaresca#MCGTConnectionst#socialemotionali#MCGT##giftedparentingnt#MCGTthisweeksweek See MoreSee Less
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Check it out here: mcgt.net/gifted-education/education-directory#mcgtdidyouknow #MNGifted #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #giftededucation #giftededucators See MoreSee Less
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“More important than the many timely and relevant resources MCGT offers, MCGT provided our family with an understanding and welcoming place to share experiences without judgment. We were not alone on this journey but with friends.”

-Parent of a Gifted Child

“As a parent, MCGT was a source of knowledge and support. As a professional, it has provided a resource bank, a feeling of acceptance, and a sense of community, for all of which I am grateful.”

-Parent of a Gifted Child

Thinking of becoming a member? MCGT provides membership benefits.

Click here to view a complete list of MCGT Member benefits!

Discussion Groups

Talented Tots

Do you have a bright or talented kid between the ages of 1 and 5? Come discuss all the hilarity, exasperation, and joy of raising bright young kids with other parents who get it! This supportive parent community is a place to ask questions, share stories, meet new friends, and exchange tips and ideas.

Lean on Me

You are not alone in this journey of parenting bright children. Find your people in this monthly discussion group where we talk about raising gifted, creative & talented children

CHAT Nights

CHAT (Connect. Help. Advocate. Talk.) Nights are dedicated to informally connecting parents of gifted children, helping them find other parents in similar situations with an ear to listen, experiences to share, and solutions to offer. Each CHAT Night starts with a brief (10-15 minutes) presentation by a facilitator on a designated topic of interest followed by small group discussion. The format of CHAT Nights is intended to be casual, rather than structured.

MCGT Member Directory

MCGT has a member directory that will help you find other members in your city or school district. Membership login required. 

MCGT Member Forums

Join the discussions in our Member Forums. Topics include New to Gifted, Event Follow up Discussions, Twice-Exceptional (2e), Gifted Adults, and more! Membership login required.